What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus?

The fastest way to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast Castle and Carrickfergus?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grays Lane and arriving at Joymount. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Belfast Castle and Carrickfergus is 13 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

How do I travel from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus which takes 52 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus?

The bus from Grays Lane to Joymount takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus bus from?

Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grays Lane station.

Where does the Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Joymount station.

Can I drive from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1190+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grays Lane to Joymount563 / ...
52 min
Drive 8.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus8.4 mi
16 min
£3
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donegall Park Avenue to York Street Station [bus stop]2A / ...
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Carrickfergus1 Gc->Lr / ...
1h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus8.4 mi
16 min
£20–25
Bus via Carrickfergus Castle
1. Take the bus from Parkmount to Carrickfergus Castle563 / ...
55 min

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Belfast Castle, Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a bus from Grays Lane to Joymount hourly, and the journey takes 29 min.

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